Starshine 3
Re-entered 21 Jan 2003Starshine 3 (NORAD 26929, COSPAR 2001-043A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Jan 2003, launched on 30 Sep 2001 on the Starshine 3 mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the Starshine programme. The spacecraft was built by NRL on the Starshine bus, with a mass of 90 kg. Like most satellites in low orbits, it was gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until re-entry. Historical record from Orbital Radar's satellite archive, cross-referenced with the live satellite catalogue.
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Frequently asked questions
What happened to Starshine 3?
Starshine 3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Jan 2003, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2001. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Starshine 3 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starshine 3 re-entered on 21 Jan 2003, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Starshine 3?
Starshine 3 was operated by GSFC and built by NRL (US).